2004 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | i30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
